AllPlay

AllPlay aims to make the world fit for young people of all abilities. The AllPlay program was founded in 2015 by Professor Nicole Rinehart at Deakin University.

AllPlay uses a strengths-based approach and turns research into free, practical and accessible tools and resources. In 2021, it became part of Monash Education’s School of Educational Psychology and Counselling.

02/06/2026

We’re looking for experienced dancers to become Buddies in a Deakin research project exploring the power of community dance for children with Autism. 💫

Buddies will partner with a child in weekly creative dance classes in Terms 3 & 4, 2026 (Tuesdays after school, Deakin University Burwood Campus), with training and support from experienced dance and psychology researchers.

Help children access dance, grow your teaching and collaboration skills, and be part of a meaningful research project.

To learn more or express your interest go to, https://redcap.helix.monash.edu/surveys/?s=HP7JE38JAL3RJFER or email [email protected]

26/05/2026

We had an exhilarating day in the studio with the incredible ReMix team at Restless Dance Theatre, Australia’s leading inclusive dance company.

Our collaboration is all about learning from their exceptional team while contributing our research expertise to help measure and report the impact of their important work.

We feel incredibly privileged to be partnering with Restless and can’t wait to see this project unfold ✨

20/05/2026

Are you a parent of an Autistic child who loves to dance?

Our most recent AllPlay Dance program brought so much joy to the families who took part. Parents shared how much their children loved attending, describing them as relaxed, engaged, and excited each week.

We’re now inviting families to join our next group.

We’re offering a free, term-long dance program (Tuesdays after school, 2026) for Autistic children aged 7–12. Be part of this exciting research and help us learn how dance can support Autistic children and their families.

🔗 Learn more and register your interest: https://redcap.link/AllPlayDanceRCT

📸 Photo Credit: Tom Goldner

12/05/2026

Movement breaks give students a chance to regulate and reset. Our Joy of moving program in Australia provides a series of quick, fun activities that teachers can use to incorporate movement breaks in their classroom throughout the day. Explore a few examples on the next slides and give them a go!

🔗 https://www.monash.edu/medicine/psych/research/projects/joy-of-moving-program-in-australia/resources/schools -04

29/04/2026

The 2026 NAB AFL Auskick / NAB AFL Superkick / Junior Footy season is about to kick off, and every player deserves to feel included. If you’re a coach this year, complete the AllPlay Footy Disability Inclusion Coaching Course. You’ll gain practical strategies for inclusion whilst learning how to support children with disability in your team. Swipe through to discover some of the benefits of signing up! 🏈

🔗 https://afl.androgogic.com.au/login/

11/03/2026

❗️Calling all teachers❗️ The 2026 school year has well and truly begun, making it the perfect time to level-up your knowledge. Complete one of our professional learning courses today, designed to help you bring practical and evidence-based strategies to the classroom 📚📝 Swipe through to find the perfect course for you 🔗 Check out the links below to get started!

🔗 https://learn.allplaylearn.org.au/
🔗 https://mkcpd.online

19/02/2026

Transitioning from primary school to secondary school can be a big change for children and their families 🏫 ⏩ 🏢 Check out our top tips to support this transition💡For more resources, head to the link below!

https://allplaylearn.org.au/secondary/parent/transitions-primary-to-secondary/

05/01/2026

Looking for a fun and free activity for your child in the new year?

Led by dance and disability specialists, the AllPlay Dance research program is offering free inclusive dance classes for autistic children aged 7–12 (Tuesdays after school; Deakin University, Burwood).

Register your interest via the link below:
https://redcap.link/AllPlayDanceRCT

12/12/2025

Breaking News! As featured in the Source Kids magazine, the AllPlay Dance research program is offering fun and free dance classes in the new year ✨🎉 Led by dance and disability specialists, we are offering free inclusive dance classes for autistic children aged 7–12 (Tuesdays after school; Deakin University, Burwood) ⬇️ Links below!

Register your interest via the link below:
https://redcap.link/AllPlayDanceRCT
Check out our story in Source Kids:
https://sourcekids.com.au/dancing-toward-inclusion/

07/12/2025

Starting secondary school is an exciting milestone 😊 For students with disabilities and their families, these changes can bring unique challenges. Here are some practical tips to help make the transition smoother ➡️ Head to the link in our bio or below for more!

https://www.allplaylearn.org.au/secondary/secondary-students/secondary-stories/

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Monash University
Monash, VIC
3800

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